{"links":{"self":"https://petition.parliament.uk/petitions/755783.json"},"data":{"type":"petition","id":755783,"attributes":{"action":"Ban the Sale of Fireworks to the General Public – Restrict to Professionals Only","background":"We call on the UK Government to:\r\n\r\nProhibit the sale of fireworks to the general public.\r\nRestrict fireworks use to licensed, professional organisers for large-scale, controlled displays only.\r\nFireworks may look beautiful, but for pets, livestock, and wildlife, they’re terrifying.","additional_details":"Fireworks cause significant stress and harm to animals, including pets, livestock, and wildlife. Loud explosions and bright flashes can lead to anxiety, injury, and even death for vulnerable animals.\r\n\r\nThis change would reduce animal suffering, improve public safety, and ensure fireworks are enjoyed responsibly.\r\n\r\nSign our petition to ban the sale of fireworks to the general public and restrict them to licensed professional displays only.","committee_note":null,"state":"rejected","signature_count":10,"created_at":"2026-01-02T14:52:34.452Z","updated_at":"2026-02-02T11:52:53.066Z","rejected_at":"2026-02-02T11:52:48.685Z","opened_at":null,"closed_at":null,"moderation_threshold_reached_at":"2026-01-02T23:11:30.000Z","response_threshold_reached_at":null,"government_response_at":null,"debate_threshold_reached_at":null,"scheduled_debate_date":null,"debate_outcome_at":null,"creator_name":null,"rejection":{"code":"duplicate","details":"You may wish to sign this petition, which calls for similar action: \"Limit the sale of fireworks to those running local council approved events only\" https://petition.parliament.uk/petitions/732559"},"government_response":null,"debate":null,"departments":[],"topics":[]}}}